Family & Wellbeing

In promoting the sanctity of human life, the Qur'an-e Shariff says that good health, like knowledge, is a divine gift. The family unit nurtures the lives of its members, assisting them in their physical and spiritual endeavours. The wellbeing of individuals, in-turn, contributes to the overall health of the family, and that of society at large.

Sports Festivals encourage individuals with special needs

Participants engage in a tug-of-war competition in Booni, Chitral. Photo: Courtesy Aga Khan Social Welfare Board Pakistan

Six Sports Festivals are being held across Pakistan to give members of the Jamat with special needs, an opportunity to take part in the Golden Jubilee year celebrations while promoting awareness and support for them and their families.

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Laughter club

Session at East Coast Park, Singapore. Photo: Unknown

The old adage that "laughter is the best form of medicine" is behind the growing popularity of Laughter clubs. Zareena Bana, the chairperson and founder of Joo Chiat-East Coast Laughter Club, has been noted in the Singapore Book of Records for conducting the largest laughter session which was attended by approximately 20 000 people.

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Golden Jubilee

Find out more on the Golden Jubilee